112 - How Managers can Help featuring Brian Walch

The Fabulous Learning Nerds

What if the key to changing the world wasn’t a grand invention, a revolutionary idea, or a heroic leader—but a single, everyday manager?
In this episode of The Fabulous Learning Nerds, we’re exploring how the seemingly ordinary role of a manager holds extraordinary potential to shape lives, transform organizations, and ripple positivity through communities. Joining the conversation is the insightful and empowering Brian Walch. Brian shares his journey from software developer to executive coach and explains why managers are the “translation layer” between strategy and action. This episode is packed with actionable tips, humor, and heart, designed to inspire managers to see their role as a noble profession—one that can ripple positivity far beyond the office walls.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how managers can not only lead teams but change lives. Tune in and discover why being a manager isn’t just a job—it’s a calling!

About our Guest:

Brian Walch, founder of ShiftFocus, is an Anchorage-based executive coach who helps organizations develop their management cultures. With years of experience scaling a consulting firm from 20 to over 200 employees, Peter combines technical know-how and people-centric strategies to transform workplaces. He’s passionate about empowering managers to own their development and make meaningful impacts on their teams, organizations, and communities.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

1. The Power of One-on-Ones: Build trust and alignment with consistent, structured conversations.
2. Crafting a Personal Productivity System: Management success starts with upgrading your systems for time and task mastery.
3. Management Culture Matters: Collaboration and shared values among managers can create an unstoppable ripple effect.

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• Website: https://www.shiftfocus.com

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